Junior T-Ball

  Our Junior T-Ball teams are usually scheduled to play two games per week.. The length of each game is determined by the participants and their parents but is generally approximately an hour or so with the actual game play-time extending as the weather improves and daylight stays with us longer. (Individual players may arrive late and/or leave early.)

Teams have a maximum of 11 players and, as per T-Ball rules, all 11 bat each inning.  We try to get at least 3 innings in at each game session.  There are no "enforced" outs and no automatic bases awarded for errors. 

We encourage teams to hold mini pre-game warm-ups and practice drills. Some individual one-on-one coaching is always beneficial for player skill development and confidence.  

The more parental/adult help and guidance, the more the kids can learn about the game and develop their skills. The more success they have, the more fun it is for everyone. No scores are kept at this level so it's all stress-free! There are no declared game winners/losers.

Players at this level usually have their own ball glove but don't require anything elaborate - and remember that they'll soon grow out of it. We mandate that all batters and all base-runners wear a helmet. We supply some helmets to each team for use, on a shared basis, but you may wish to purchase your own. The catcher and pitcher are required to wear helmets with face protection, i.e. a mask, which is also supplied. 

So, other than a beginner's glove (and we do have an inventory of gloves to lend to those in need of one), all that's needed is a pair of running shoes. We strongly recommend long pants. A team shirt and team hat is supplied. Sunscreen, water, and a jacket are good items for the player to have available at the game for use as needed.

Teams are required to utilize different defensive positioning each inning so each player has the opportunity to play every position several times over the course of the season. 

Junior T-Ball Rules and Playing Guidelines